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Kiss of death for oil boomtown’s council who overruled their recall — as new mayor seizes total power

The Kings County Board of Supervisors unanimously approved a resolution placing four Avenal City Council seats up for election in November, saying the move would restore representa…

Emmanuel Grégoire, an omnipresent Paris mayor with a centralized governance

In his first few months, the new Socialist mayor has broken with Anne Hidalgo's remote style, micromanaging every portfolio. His grip is starting to test the patience of allies.…

Ex-Busan mayoral candidate appears for arrest warrant hearing over staged assault

BUSAN, July 8 (Yonhap) -- A former Busan mayoral candidate appeared at a court Wednesday f...…

Spencer Pratt lights social media on fire with viral takedown of ‘vile, commie mayor’ Mamdani

Spencer Pratt called New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani a "vile, commie" after the mayor used July 4th to criticize ICE and American history.…

NSW Labor toughens pokies stance as Sydney inner west mayor points to ‘unstoppable’ momentum for reform

State Labor conference passes motion committing to higher taxes on some clubs and moratorium on licenses for new machines Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podca…

England’s mayors should be given sweeping new powers, says devolution expert

Exclusive: Burnham-aligned thinktank calls for devolution of public services including social care, childcare and skills Mayors should be given power over a wide range of public se…

Ex-Alaskan mayor once named ‘parent of year’ charged with dozens of child sex crimes

An ex-Alaskan town mayor once named “parent of the year” has been charged with child sex crimes, authorities revealed this week.…

Dave Portnoy says he ‘would love’ to run against ‘clown politicians’ like NYC Mayor Mamdani

“Sometimes, I do feel like it’s my duty. I can’t turn away. I feel like I could make a change. Maybe I do run in politics,” Portnoy said.…

Mayor Jacob Frey Revives Sex Dens Once Shut Down Over AIDS Crisis

'An explosion of a sexually transmitted disease.'…

Incoming socialist DC mayor has a weak hand against Trump administration

A couple of months into President Donald Trump’s return after a four-year absence, his administration won a prominent PR victory against local government in Democratic-dominated Wa…

Trump rips Mayor Zohran Mamdani, DSA — proclaims he’d be ‘the greatest Communist in history’

"Communism is very easy to sell, it destroys everything, but it’s very easy,” President Trump told religious conservatives at the Faith & Freedom Coalition's Road to Majority Confe…

Mayor among BJP, CPI(M) councillors booked after clash at Thiruvananthapuram Corporation

Clash between BJP and CPI(M) councillors in Thiruvananthapuram leads to police action and injuries, sparking political tensions.…

New York freezes rents for almost one million homes in political success for Mayor Mamdani

The Democratic mayor had made this measure a campaign pledge ahead of his election last November.…

Does being a good mayor make you a good prime minister?

The Greater Manchester mayoralty made Andy Burnham famous. Now he’s hoping he can take the approach he developed in the city to the whole country. This week on Westminster Insider,…

New York City freezes rents for one million apartments in Mayor Mamdani victory

New York City's housing board has voted to freeze rents for one million regulated apartments for up to two years, a key promise of Mayor Mamdani. Read more at straitstimes.com. Rea…

Supreme Court Drama Between Justice Alito and Justice Sotomayor

Dramatic Supreme Court exchange as Justice Sotomayor surprises Justice Alito with oral dissent.…

Supreme Court says U.S. can turn away asylum-seekers at the border

By a 6 to 3 vote, the high court ruled that that federal law allows the government to to stop asylum-seekers from physically setting foot in the United States, effectively keeping …

Mayor and Fire Chief Calling Union Leaders "Punk Ass White Boys" and "Racist" Was Labor Law Violation

From the Ohio State Employment Relations Board in In re City of Youngstown, decided in December by Chair W. Craig… The post Mayor and Fire Chief Calling Union Leaders "Punk Ass Whi…

Mayor Pete vs. the Imperial President

What are the rules going forward?…

Chicago mayor slammed for declaring ‘transfemicide state of emergency’ — despite being a small fraction of city’s 200 murders this year

So far this year, Chicago has recorded 198 homicides — the vast majority of whom are men.…

Former mayor issues statement about her boobs after her World Cup celebration goes viral

Former Mexican mayor Sandra Cuevas goes viral during the World Cup for celebrating in the streets, drawing comparisons to 1986 icon La Chiquitibum.…

How Mayor Mamdani gets it wrong on international law and Israel

One of the most prominent spreaders of anti-Zionist propaganda and misinformation about international law is Mayor Mamdani, author Natasha Hausdorff writes.…

Here Comes Generation of DSA Big-Bity Mayors

Here comes a generation of DSA big-city mayors.…

Who Speaks For The Majority In Hunter v. United States?

The 8-member majority split 2-3-3.…

‘Weekend at Biden’s’ creator takes on LA mayor Karen Bass

Spencer Pratt has ended his campaign for mayor of Los Angeles, but he says his fight against the two remaining candidates is just beginning. And we thought all we had to look forwa…

(LEAD) 18-month prison term sought for Seoul mayor on charges of accepting illegal funds

(ATTN: UPDATES throughout with details; RECASTS lead) SEOUL, June 17 (Yonhap) -- A speci...…

18-month prison term sought for Seoul mayor on charges of accepting illegal funds

SEOUL, June 17 (Yonhap) -- A special counsel team on Wednesday sought an 18-month prison t...…

(URGENT) Special counsel seeks 18-month prison term for Seoul mayor over alleged proxy payment for opinion polls

Nithya Raman scorched over ultimate selfish act while running for LA mayor

Los Angeles mayoral candidate Nithya Raman blasted as LAHSA funding crisis and vacant homeless housing units draw scrutiny,…

Nithya Raman reveals the exact moment she decided to stab Karen Bass in the back in LA Mayor bid

Raman faces an uphill climb as she attempts to unseat Bass.…

Spencer Pratt unites with Karen Bass' brother to sue the LA mayor over Palisades fire destruction

Spencer Pratt says he is teaming up with Karen Bass' brother Kenneth Bass in suing the LA mayor over alleged negligence in the Palisades fire.…

Jose Alvarado takes Knicks' title celebration to Puerto Rican Day Parade alongside New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani: 'I'm blessed — and a little drunk'

Less than 24 hours after a Game 5 win over Spurs in San Antonio to clinch the title, the Knicks guard was back in New York, celebrating his heritage and the ti in one of the city’s…

Scranton mayor vying for Congress once hired a known criminal for key commission

Scranton Mayor Paige Cognetti, who is vying for Congress, put a criminal on the city's Human Relations Commission that later committed crimes while serving in that post.…

Voters Reject Anti-Islam Candidate in Mayoral Race in Dallas Suburb

The election for mayor of Frisco, Texas, became a referendum on diversity and a test of anti-Muslim messaging in a general election contest.…

Mayor Mamdani announces Knicks parade date moments after team’s first title in 53 years

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani declared the day there would be a parade Thursday to celebrate the Knicks championship victory.…

Spencer Pratt responds to questions as LA mayoral vote count drags on at snail’s pace

Pratt’s early lead over Councilwoman Nithya Raman evaporated, with Raman now set to face Karen Bass.…

The separate ballot in LA that you probably haven’t heard of

Everyone is talking about the June 2 primary election in California, especially the results in LA. But there was another election on June 2 that you might not have heard of, as you…

Trump vows to ‘take back’ DC if socialist mayoral candidate wins

President Donald Trump on Thursday vowed to exert federal control over Washington, D.C., again if Councilwoman Janeese Lewis George wins the primary election next week and the gene…

Why Steve Hilton thinks Spencer Pratt losing LA mayoral election is a ‘travesty’

Republican candidate for governor Steve Hilton, who is on track to advance from the primary to face off against Democrat Xavier Becerra in November, was angry June 9 over the loss …

Mamdani’s Nosebleed Knicks Ticket and the Benefits of Being Mayor

Mayor Zohran Mamdani paid roughly $1,000 for a standing-room-only ticket to Game 3 of the N.B.A. finals, using access to house tickets not available to regular fans.…

Ex-San Antonio mayor now lives in NYC and roots for Knicks — but admits ‘his heart is with’ one team

Former San Antonio Mayor Bill Thornton moved to New York a decade ago and said he loves the Knicks -- but his "heart is with the Spurs."…

California mayor suddenly resigns hours before council investigation: ‘Banana republic’

The resignation comes as Fairfield has faced several other high-profile controversies in recent weeks, including a viral police arrest at Fairfield High School and a deadly shootin…

Former Louisiana mayor sentenced to 90 days over rape of 16-year-old boy

Misty Roberts, 44, who faced up to 17 years in prison, convicted of two felonies including statutory rape Misty Roberts, a former mayor in Louisiana, has been sentenced to 90 days …

Democratic establishment backs McDuffie for DC mayor, while unions bolster Lewis George

Less than one week from when voters will cast their ballots in the Washington, D.C., mayoral race, last-minute endorsements have shored up the Democratic Party establishment’s supp…

Seattle City Council votes 9-0 to enact a one-year moratorium on new large data centers and study their impact; Mayor Katie Wilson is expected to sign the bill (Greg Kim/The Seattle Times)

Greg Kim / The Seattle Times : Seattle City Council votes 9-0 to enact a one-year moratorium on new large data centers and study their impact; Mayor Katie Wilson is expected to sig…

Did Skid Row voters help skew LA election for mayor?

It’s another flashing red warning sign that California’s voting system is broken.…

Spencer Pratt drops cryptic post after shocking defeat in LA mayoral primary

Reality TV personality Spencer Pratt’s LA mayoral hopes crashed, prompting a cryptic post.…

California’s Chinese spy mayor throws fiancé under the bus as she faces 10 years in prison

The former Arcadia mayor accused of acting as a spy for the Chinese government is using her fiancé as a shield against the allegations.…

Progressive Nithya Raman advances to November runoff against Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass - AP News

Progressive Nithya Raman advances to November runoff against Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass AP News…

Democratic Socialist Overcomes GOP-Funded Opponent to Advance in Los Angeles Mayor Race

City Councilmember Nithya Raman will face off against incumbent Mayor Karen Bass in the November general election. The post Democratic Socialist Overcomes GOP-Funded Opponent to Ad…

Nithya Raman Secures Second LA Mayor Spot, Ending Spencer Pratt’s Run

Nithya Raman, a progressive Democrat who entered the mayoral race at the last minute, secured the second spot to face Mayor Karen Bass in November. Her comeback sets up an intrapar…

Nithya Raman widens lead over Spencer Pratt in latest Los Angeles mayor vote drop

Democratic Socialist Nithya Raman dramatically widened her lead over reality star Spencer Pratt in the Los Angeles mayor’s race — with the two vying for second place behind incumbe…

Mike Johnson says Los Angeles mayor result ‘stinks to high heaven’

House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) said on Monday that the California mayoral race result “stinks to high heaven” as the state’s vote-counting process drags on nearly a week after t…

Baltimore Mayor Defends ‘Violence Intervention’ Activists After Yet Another Gets Arrested

'An isolated incident'…

LOCALS ONLY: Jennifer Lopez's definition of a REAL New Yorker makes  ex-Mayor Bill de Blasio blow his top

There's a reason it's Jenny from the block, not Jenny fresh off the boat. Former NYC Mayor Bill de Blasio was hopping mad when pop singer and actress Jennifer Lopez dared to define…

Spencer Pratt’s 40,000-vote lead vanishes in Los Angeles mayor race as California continues counting ballots

Former reality TV star Spencer Pratt was on track to advance to the November general election for mayor of Los Angeles against incumbent Karen Bass. However, over the weekend, thir…

The good and bad news in the Los Angeles mayor primary

It will take about a month for Los Angeles to finally count all of its votes, but we already have some good news and bad news in the city’s race for mayor. It starts with the bad n…

Nithya Raman Overtakes Spencer Pratt in Race for L.A. Mayor

Nithya Raman pulled into second place in the race to see who will face Mayor Karen Bass in November. There are more votes to be counted.…

Progressive Councilwoman Overtakes Spencer Pratt for Second Place, Heads to Run-off in LA Mayor Primary

Los Angeles City Councilmember Nithya Raman has overtaken former reality TV personality Spencer Pratt for the second spot in the Los Angeles mayoral runoff, according to updated vo…

Spencer Pratt falls behind Nithya Raman in LA mayoral race after latest vote update

Republican Los Angeles mayoral candidate Spencer Pratt fell behind Councilwoman Nithya Raman in the city’s mayoral primary election Sunday night, threatening the former reality TV …